FR 65 - Panther Creek

Total Miles
6.8

Technical Rating

2

Easy

Best Time

Fall, Summer

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

This section of Forest Road 65 leads to a few hiking trails and a horse camp. The road conditions are that of typical mountain road: some potholes and erosion ruts will be encountered. As noted by the full parking lot at Thomas Lake Trailhead, the road is 2WD capable. There are a couple of narrow sections due to vegetation overgrowth into the road that may brush vehicle. FR 65 is not accessible from the North, off of FR 30 - Road Closure signs were posted there. Cellular service was noted at the Thomas Lake trailhead. Restroom facilities were also there. Area closed to wheeled vehicles Dec 1 - April 1 for winter recreation.

Photos of FR 65 - Panther Creek

FR 65 - Panther Creek
FR 65 - Panther Creek

Difficulty

The road conditions are that of typical mountain road: some potholes and erosion ruts will be encountered. As noted by the full parking lot at Thomas Lake Trailhead, the road is 2WD capable.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

There are no status reports yet for this trail.

FR 65 - Panther Creek can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV
  • SxS (60")
  • Dirt Bike

FR 65 - Panther Creek Map

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